Synonyms for

Feel

Verb / fi:l / Another word for feel — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To experience an emotion or physical sensation.

Synonyms & similar words

flavor look tactileproperty find flavour sense palpate smell feeling spirit finger tone experience sense perceive detect experience suffer endure undergo discern notice observe realize recognize suspect believe think consider imagine opine

Synonyms by register

Formal

perceive sense experience discern

Informal

get a vibe have a hunch sense reckon

Literary

apprehend divine ken

Antonyms

disregard ignore suppress numb be indifferent

Common collocations

  • feel good
  • feel bad
  • feel like
  • feel sorry for
  • feel the need to
  • feel the difference
  • feel the pressure

Word family

noun feeling
verb feel
adjective felt
adverb feelingly

Usage note

As a verb, 'feel' can refer to physical sensation, emotional state, or intuition. Be mindful of the context to choose the most appropriate synonym.

Example sentences

  1. I can feel the sun on my skin.
  2. I feel excited for my birthday party.
  3. She feels sad when her favorite show is over.
  4. We feel proud of our hard work.
  5. He feels nervous before a big test.

Quotes

  • The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart.
  • I have feelings too. I am still human. All I want is to be loved, for myself and for my talent.
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.

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